The 2nd Edition Primer Theory Book provides important reinforcement andcreative application of basic theory concepts. Students will enjoynote-naming with StoryRhymes, exploring improvisation, and engage witheye-training and ear-training activities – all within a fun-filledcontext tied thematically to the Primer Lesson Book pieces.

The2nd Edition Primer Lesson Book introduces the keyboard, note values,and the grand staff. Students play in C 5-finger scale patterns, developrecognition of steps and skips, and learn letter names independent offinger number. Musicianship is built through the use of dynamics andcoloristic experimentation with the pedal. The book is organized intounits which represent the major concepts and skills. As new units areintroduced, earlier concepts and...

The 2nd Edition Theory Book provides instruction, reinforcement, andcreative applications of basic theory concepts. Students will enjoynote-naming with StoryRhymes, explore improvisation, and engage witheye-training and ear-training activities – all within a fun-filledcontext tied thematically to the Level 1 Lesson Book pieces.

The 2nd Edition Level 1 Lesson Book introduces all the notes of thegrand staff, elementary chord playing, and the concept of tonic anddominant notes. Students play in varied positions, reinforcing readingskills and recognizing intervals through the 5th. Musicianship is builtwith the introduction of legato and staccato touches. This levelcontinues the interval orientation to reading across the full range ofthe Grand Staff. The 5-finger approach is...

The 2nd Edition Level 2A Theory Book has thematic tie-in with the Level2A Lesson Book, inviting students into the pages for deeperunderstanding. A wide variety of theory activities engage students witheighth notes, phrases, transposition, and 5-finger scales. Composerbiographies provide valuable context for Lesson Book pieces whilehelping students review key concepts.

The 2nd Edition Level 2A Performance Book offers an array of colorfulelementary pieces that reinforce the concepts presented in the LessonBook. The selections range from arrangements of classical compositionsto American folk songs and imaginative originals. Students and teacherswill enjoy the wide variety of sounds and musical textures in thiscollection.

Written for ages 5 and 6, My First Piano Adventure® captures the child'splayful spirit. Fun-filled songs, rhythm games and technique activitiesdevelop beginning keyboard skills. Three distinguishing features of theLesson Book A make it unique and effective for the young 5-6 year oldbeginner. 1. A strong focus on technique embedded in the book throughplayful technique games, chants, and carefully-composed pieces thatgently lead the child into ...

The 2nd Edition of this ground-breaking book combines two essentialelements of pianism: technical skill and artistic performance.“Technique Secrets” open the book, followed by engaging technicalexercises. An “Artistry Magic” piece at the end of each unit promotesexpressive, pianistic playing at the earliest level.

Book B of the Fabers' method for the young beginner moves the studentinto staff-reading. Music notation is explored through stepwisedirectional reading, pattern recognition, and changing hand positions,all in the context of engaging songs, games and creative exploration atthe piano. Maintaining the child-centered philosophy of the series, the“friends at the piano” from the A Books introduce students to the musicof two new composer fri...